Concrete paving stones are a type of pavement that is among the most used today. Their many practical advantages, including their resistance and durability, along with the economic benefit of constructing paving stones in the streets, make this one of the preferred pavements in construction and for outdoor use.
At Cleannox, we specialize in decorative concrete pavements. Therefore, we would like to tell you a little more about this product, its history, and its applications in construction.
The origin of paving stones
Paving stones have been used for centuries. The first ones used were made of stone: river pebbles that, together with a layer of sand and lime, were sealed to form the first paved roads in history.
Later, wooden ones began to be used, with the aim of reducing the noise caused by carts and animal hooves when stepping on the paving stones.
The third type of paving stone is ceramic brick, and it has been used for 5,000 years. In ancient Mesopotamia, they were already used to pave streets and roads. They were placed on a layer of sand that sealed the joints, although the rapid wear of their surface made them obsolete.
Finally, concrete paving stones arrived. These began to be manufactured at the beginning of the 19th century and revolutionized the industry. They began to be used in Holland and Germany, although in the 1970s, demand skyrocketed, as they were used (and are used) practically all over the world.
What are concrete paving stones?
A concrete paving stone is considered to be a unit or piece that, within the prefabricated concrete materials, is used for paving and meets two requirements.
The first is that no cross-section will have a width of less than 50 mm (measured more than 50 mm from any of the sides of the paving stone).
The second is that the ratio between the length and the thickness must be less than or equal to 4.
The evolution and implementation in the world of construction of prefabricated concrete paving stones has displaced natural stone paving stone pavements. A good concrete paving stone floor is differentiated from the rest by the effect of the union between each of its pieces.
Generally, these mass-produced prefabricated concrete pieces are two-layered and can adopt a multitude of sizes and formats. They offer a wide number of finishes, whether polished, embossed, or other textures, by their colors, since pigments, gradients, or destonifications, geometries, etc., are extended. Although the most common paving stone that we can find is the one that offers a rectangular shape with smooth edges.
Advantages of using paving stones as a paving material
Permeability
This material allows water to filter through, which allows it to reach the ground to be absorbed. Asphalt, on the other hand, blocks the arrival of water to the subsoil.
Durability and lifespan
The quality required of paving stone manufacturers guarantees a minimum durability. Well-made prefabricated concrete can last 40 years in perfect condition if properly cared for.
Resistance
All paving stone pavements support an adequate response to the stresses to which they are exposed, whether due to road traffic, loading and unloading operations, etc.
Sliding
Another good capacity of paving stones is their resistance to slipperiness or sliding. Its roughness on the outer face allows it to offer good conditions in this regard.
Simplicity in its construction
No chemical or thermal agents are involved in the production of concrete paving stones, so they can be used the day after (or even the same day) they leave the factory.
Simple maintenance
Maintenance is simple and economical. As they are blocks and are arranged, any failure is easily located and can be removed and replaced with a new one.
Advantages on site
The production of paving stones does not require personnel with specialized qualifications, nor are petroleum derivatives used.
On the other hand, its placement is faster than that of asphalt. In addition, it does not require a lot of heavy machinery and the work can be divided into sections, with several teams being able to work at the same time.
Perfect for improving aesthetics
There are decorative paving stones that give the possibility of playing with the aesthetics of the place where they are placed. They can be manufactured in different colors and shapes, giving rise to an infinite world of possibilities when decorating the site under construction. At Cleannox, we have square, petrous, rough, rhombus, smooth, stone, button, and band paving stones…
In conclusion, it can be said that concrete paving stones are the star paving material and that is why they are so widely used today.
Ecological
This aspect is being taken into account more and more every day, and since paving stones are present in pavements in areas of high pollution, it is important that there are paving stones that allow the photocatalysis process to be carried out, that is, to reduce the polluting gases in the air, cleaning it, neutralizing odors, bacteria, fats, dirt, etc.
Since January 1, 2023, all Cleannox concrete paving stone production has had photocatalytic properties to contribute to the destruction of toxic particles in the ambient air.
Cleannox, high-resistance concrete paving stones
At Cleannox, we have concrete paving stones for Albacete and decorative pavements for Madrid manufactured under extreme pressure and high-frequency vibrations. High final resistance decorative paving stones and a wide range of possibilities in colors, textures, and design. We also work in other provinces such as Cuenca, Ciudad Real, Guadalajara, and Toledo. We have advanced technology that allows us to ensure products of the highest quality in accordance with the ISO 9001:2015 standard and controlled according to the UNE-EN 1338 standard.
The guarantee of our paving stone company is our more than 100 years of experience in the manufacture of materials for construction and more than 25 years of exclusive dedication to decorative paving stones, as well as the confidence of our clients in our products in all jobs.
Ask about our paving stone products. The team of qualified professionals at Cleannox will be happy to offer you all the advice you need.
Cleannox, adoquines de hormigón para pavimentos decorativos. Adoquines ecológicos con efecto fotocatalítico.
